Section Chief, County Operations

nc.gov

$70,478 - $123,336 py
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Statewide leadership for adult services
Policy-practice alignment
Compliance oversight
** The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Section Chief for County Operations to oversee statewide Adult Services programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Adult Protective Services and a proven track record of leading compliance and quality improvement initiatives. **

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians.
  • This position directs statewide county operations and oversight functions for the Adult Services Section, ensuring consistent, high-quality Adult Services practice across counties.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave.

Matching Summary

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** The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Section Chief for County Operations to oversee statewide Adult Services programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Adult Protective Services and a proven track record of leading compliance and quality improvement initiatives. **

Salary

$70,478 - $123,336

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • statewide leadership for Adult Services
  • policy-practice alignment
  • compliance oversight
  • performance management
  • system improvement

Nice-to-have

  • data-informed decision-making
  • strengthen county capacity
  • mitigate risk
  • improve outcomes for older adults and adults with disabilities

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree and four years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree and six years of related experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience providing direct supervision in Adult Protective Services (APS), Guardianship, and other Adult Services programs
  • Proven ability to plan, direct, and evaluate statewide Adult Services operations
  • Advanced skill in analyzing complex quantitative and qualitative data
  • Knowledge of Adult Services statutes, administrative code, and policy

Work Rights

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